Sommelier

Karen Tupper Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality establishment in Cape Town is seeking a knowledgeable Sommelier to join their prestigious team. You will deliver exceptional wine service, curate memorable guest experiences and contribute to the venue’s reputation for excellence.

Key responsibilities include personalised wine recommendations, updating the wine list with management and culinary staff, managing the wine program, driving revenue with promotions and training, while ensuring quality, storage and hygiene

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Southern African wines and international varieties.
• Ability to create complementary food and wine pairings.
• Fluent in English with strong communication skills.
• Experience in restaurant service/management is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized wine recommendations and wine pairings.
• Maintain wine list in collaboration with management and culinary team.
• Manage wine dispensary, stock, requisitions and sales records.
• Maximize beverage revenue through promotions and service excellence.
• Conduct staff wine training and ensure hygiene and service standards.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Wine service

Food pairing

Guest service

Leadership

Education

Cape Wine Academy/WSET Level 2

Matric/Grade 12

Tools

POS systems

Computer literacy

Job description

A luxury hospitality establishment in Cape Town is seeking a knowledgeable, passionate and guest-focused Sommelier to join their prestigious team. The successful candidate will deliver exceptional wine service, create memorable guest experiences and contribute to the establishment’s reputation for excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide personalised wine recommendations and expertly curated food and wine pairings.
• Maintain an up-to-date wine list in collaboration with Food & Beverage Management and the Culinary Team.
• Manage the wine dispensary, stock control, beverage requisitions and sales records.
• Maximise revenue through effective sales techniques and beverage promotions.
• Liaise with wine suppliers regarding new products, promotions and staff training.
• Conduct beverage training to enhance the team’s product knowledge and service standards.
• Ensure wine quality, correct storage, equipment maintenance and compliance with hygiene and safety procedures.
• Maintain exceptional service standards and resolve guest concerns professionally.

Requirements:

• Must be a South African citizen and reside in the Cape Town area.
• Matric / Grade 12 qualification.
• Previous experience as a Sommelier, Wine Steward or in a similar role.
• Cape Wine Academy, WSET Level 2 or a related wine qualification is essential.
• Extensive knowledge of Southern African wines, vineyards and international wine varieties.
• Ability to create complementary food and wine pairings.
• Fluent in English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy and strong organisational, leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in restaurant service and management will be advantageous.
• Must be well presented, professional, creative and commercially mind